The Assistant Project Manager provides support in all phases of project planning, coordination, and execution. This role involves working closely with the Project Manager to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specified quality standards. By applying strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills to contribute to the team's success and ensure project goals align with organizational strategies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Thorough understanding of each project's scope, objectives, and deliverables.
Assisting in the execution of project scheduling, budget management, and performance tracking.
May assist in managing multiple projects in various stages of completion, depending upon size and complexity.
Works with assigned Project Manager to meet all project requirements and responsibilities.
Proactively communicates project status, issues, and risks to assigned Project Manager.
Troubleshooting project issues and ensuring resolutions are clearly established and executed.
Conduct regular formal and informal status meetings with all concerned stakeholders (i.e., general contractor, owner, architect, SME office and field personnel, and subcontractors).
Assists in preparing project change orders.
Assists in preparing scope or work assessments and managing cost-effective subcontractors.
Coordinate shop drawings, field drawings and all other project details with general contractors, inter-departmental teams, subcontractors, and vendors to facilitate efficient project workflows.
Effectively utilize SME's policies, procedures, and methodologies for a safe work environment during all phases of the project.
Other duties that may be assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field required; MBA or related advanced degree is preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Relevant experience in project management, construction, or structural and architectural steel projects is preferred; however, recent graduates are also encouraged to apply.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Possess knowledge of construction drawings and blueprints.
Ability to read design documents and familiarity with design specifications (AISC, AWS and materials).
Ability to organize and maintain complex data, drawings, legal contracts, requests for information and answers, and miscellaneous information through a project's completion.
Must be able to assist in developing, maintaining, and modifying project budgets.
Ability to assist in determining and tracking Cost to Completes, Change Orders and to forecast future costs.
Knowledge and understanding of general construction contracts and subcontract language.
Ability to maintain a professional relationship with clients, general contractors, engineers, field personnel, co-workers, project managers, design and detail personnel.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, MS Project, and Outlook.
Knowledge of OSHA Standards, manufacturing practices, and applicable codes (AISC, AWS, ASTM, IBC, etc.)
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, communicate effectively, and solve problems proactively.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position primarily operates within an office environment but may occasionally require visits to project sites.